6.5. Other: Consult professionals if Sodium Stearate need to be handled under some special conditions.

7. Hazards Identification

7.1. Hazardous overview: Sodium Stearate is Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching.

7.2. Contact with eyes: May cause eye irritation.

7.3. Contact with skin: May cause skin irritation.

7.4. Ingestion: May irritate the tissues of the mouth, esophagus, and other tissues of the digestive system

7.5. Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory tract and gastrointestinal

7.6. Other: Not Applicable

8. First Aid Measures

8.1. Contact with eyes: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.

8.2. Contact with skin: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.

8.3. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.

8.4. Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.

9.6. Spills/Leaks: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.

10. Transport Information

10.1. No special requirements and no restrictions on transportation by land, sea or air.

11. Ecological Information

11.1. Sodium Stearate lactylate is fully degradation biodegradable . The products of degradation are more toxic.

12. Other Information

12.1. This Safety Data Sheet of Sodium Stearate is based upon a limited review of Foodchem Internation Corporation files and standard Toxicological handbooks. We make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Foodchem International Corporation be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if Foodchem International Corporation has been advised of the possibility of such damages.